No doubt that this has been a big issue - cars vs. bikes for safety’s sake.

But this is the tip of the iceberg.

The Department of Transportation has done what it wants, and not all with accountability.

A point to ponder: Bike stands for chaining bikes being placed throughout the city. Are they really necessary? And the cost?

Rumor has it that it cost $400 to make and $400 to install each stand. So, for 100 of these items, it comes to $80,000. These figures are lowball. They can be checked out as a matter of public record. Not to mention the cost of the paint for the bike lanes.

Now, here’s the blockbuster! Some people are strongly suggesting that all bikes in the city be licensed and insured for liability.

That would raise quite a bit of change for the city. Good! As of now, bikers have been enjoying a free ride.

Could you do a survey of pro or con for bikes to be licensed? It would be a great response, I assure you.